History of the Radiologic Technology Program

The demand for Radiologic Technologists began in earnest in the 1940’s with an increased need for screening chest x-rays for tuberculosis. In the 1950’s, a steady development of increasingly sophisticated technology in radiography caused a greater need for technologists with a strong clinical background. Formal education of radiologic technologists began at Petersburg General Hospital in September 1958 with admission of three students under the direction of Dr. Carroll Peabody, a Radiologist. Dr. Ehrenworth assumed the position as director in 1959, and in the early 1960’s a radiologic technologist took over as Program Director. The program has been accredited by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) since 1970.